Analyzing Shelley’s Poetry in a Historical Context
English
Grade 7
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A worksheet encouraging students to analyze Shelley's poetry with a focus on its historical setting and literary techniques, complemented by creative writing tasks.
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Analyzing Shelley’s Poetry in a Historical Context
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Grade Grade 7
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Introduction to Percy Shelley and His Work
I met a traveler from an antique land
Who said: Two vast and trunkless legs of stone
Stand in the desert... Near them, on the sand,
Half sunk a shattered visage lies, whose frown,
And wrinkled lip, and sneer of cold command,
Tell that its sculptor well those passions read
Which yet survive, stamped on these lifeless things...
Who said: Two vast and trunkless legs of stone
Stand in the desert... Near them, on the sand,
Half sunk a shattered visage lies, whose frown,
And wrinkled lip, and sneer of cold command,
Tell that its sculptor well those passions read
Which yet survive, stamped on these lifeless things...
1.
What is the main subject described in this excerpt?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one literary device used in this excerpt and explain its effect.
[3 marks]3.
How does the setting of the desert contribute to the tone of the poem?
[2 marks]4.
In what ways does the excerpt reflect the Romantic emphasis on nature and emotion?
[4 marks]5.
Explain the significance of the 'traveler' in relation to the poem's themes.
[2 marks]6.
What historical period or event is the poem likely referencing or inspired by?
Aa) Ancient Egypt
Bb) The Industrial Revolution
Cc) The Age of Enlightenment
Dd) The Roman Empire
7.
Identify one theme that Shelley explores in this poem.
[2 marks]8.
Describe the tone of the poem based on the excerpt.
[2 marks]9.
Creative Task: Write a short poem (8-12 lines) inspired by Shelley’s themes of mortality and time, set in a historical context of your choice. Include at least two poetic devices.
10.
Checklist for your creative poem:
- Use imagery to describe the scene.
- Include a metaphor or simile.
- Convey a mood or tone.
- Refer to a specific historical setting or event.
Ensure your poem reflects on themes of mortality or the passage of time.
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